Panasonic LX3 vs Samsung HZ25W

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very similar but the LX3 (1/1.63") and HZ25W (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The LX3 was introduced 20 months prior to the HZ25W making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the LX3 scores against the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 and Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX3 enjoys outside dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Panasonic LX3 and Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the LX3 compared to the HZ25W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LX3 and HZ25W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the LX3 and HZ25W.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The LX3 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung HZ25W will offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older LX3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.